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FCA Ram defect class action lawsuit overview:
- Who: James Neu filed a class action lawsuit against FCA US LLC and Stellantis N.V.
- Why: Neu claims FCA and Stellantis manufactured and sold model year 2017-2018 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 pickup trucks containing allegedly defective hydraulic control units and antilock braking systems.
- Where: The class action lawsuit was filed in California federal court.
FCA US and Stellantis manufactured and sold model year 2017-2018 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 pickup trucks containing “dangerous and defective” hydraulic control units and antilock braking systems, a new class action lawsuit alleges.
Plaintiff James Neu claims the alleged defects cause the Ram vehicles’ hydraulic control units and antilock braking systems to become inoperable and makes them more difficult for drivers to control.
“Driving the Vehicles become especially dangerous in already dangerous road conditions, such as when the road is wet or snowy, as braking becomes much more difficult,” the FCA class action states.
Neu argues FCA and Stellantis either knew or should have known about the alleged defects prior to selling the Ram vehicles to consumers, as evidenced by a Technical Service Bulletin allegedly regarding the defects.
“Defendants perform rigorous pre-sale testing and received numerous consumer complaints relating to the Defect,” the FCA class action states.
FCA, Stellantis violated federal and state laws, class action says
Neu wants to represent a nationwide class and California subclass of consumers who own, owned, lease or leased a model year 2017-2018 Ram 2500 and/or Ram 3500 pickup truck that was purchased in the U.S. or its territories.
FCA and Stellantis are accused of unjust enrichment, fraud and breach of implied warranty of merchantability, and of violating California’s False Advertising Law, Consumers Legal Remedies Act, and the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act, among other things.
Plaintiff is demanding a jury trial and requesting declaratory and injunctive relief along with an award of compensatory and other damages for himself and all class members.
A separate class action lawsuit was filed against FCA in June by a consumer arguing the automaker concealed an alleged defect that allowed water to enter into the back cabin of its Ram 1500 pickup trucks.
Do or have you owned or leased a model year 2017-2018 Ram 2500 or Ram 3500 pickup truck? Let us know in the comments!
The plaintiff is represented by Samuel M. Ward of Barrack, Rodos & Bacine; John G. Emerson of Emerson Firm PLLC; and Bruce W. Steckler and Austin P. Smith of Steckler Wayne Cherry & Love PLLC.
The FCA Ram defect class action lawsuit is Neu, et al. v. FCA US LLC, et al., Case No. 5:23-cv-00509, in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.
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144 thoughts onFCA class action claims Rams contain defective hydraulic control units, antilock braking systems
I have a 2018 Ram 3500 with a Diesel. The ABS and
My 2018 RAM 2500 has been sitting in my driveway since October 2023 due to this issue. Furthermore, the replacement control module remains unavailable nationwide as of April 2024.
I have the same problem 2018 dodge ram 2018 have had it since it was brand new. Where do I file ?
2018 ram 3500 diesel failed abs module has made this truck an inconvenience to consider driving when needing to take my wife and child somewhere, told the dealership I’d like to purchase a new one, and they said.. “ we can’t get one for you” what a fucking joke… if I needed to sell this vehicle to get by it wouldn’t even hold its value now due to this ridiculous issue, what a joke..
I have a 2018 Ram 2500 with same problem. Just got it back from a dealer and it cost $1,049 to replace HCU. With so many people having the same problem it should be a recall.
2018 Ram 2500 4wd. Abs lights came on around 20-25k miles intermittently. Took it to the dealer two times and they replaced the left and wheel sensor. Same issue within 1/4-1/2 mile drive after leaving dealership. Never fixed my problem. My 4wd won’t engage when the ABS lights on. ABS light stays on constantly. Truck has been parked for almost two years and I’m still making $800 monthly payments! Help! Ken 228-596-8897
My 2018 has the faulty ABS module and Hydraulic control unit. It also has water under the back seat every time it rains. A couple days ago while pulling my gooseneck trailer, the brakes applied hard enough to slow me down while I was already well into the power band accelerating out of a curve. Then the next day it did it again without the trailer while going through a parking lot. It’s very frustrating as this is our family vehicle that we use to get around in.
2018 Dodge 2500 with this issue now. Please add me
I own a 2018 Ram 3500 tradesman and I am having this issue right now with my truck and the local dealership said that it would me roughly $2000 to fix it if they could find the parts.
I have a 2018 Dodge 2500 with this issue now. Please add me!